1950 Holden FX vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1968 Opel Commodore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 240 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FX | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
